Slow-Cooker Balsamic Root Veggies

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
42%
Slow-Cooker Balsamic Root Veggies
255 min.
8
158kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and wholesome side dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than these Slow-Cooker Balsamic Root Veggies! This vibrant medley of root vegetables is not only vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also bursts with flavor and nutrition. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is a fantastic way to incorporate seasonal produce into your meals.

Imagine the aroma of sweet parsnips, earthy sweet potatoes, and tender carrots wafting through your kitchen as they slowly cook to perfection in your slow cooker. The combination of balsamic vinegar and honey creates a delightful glaze that enhances the natural sweetness of the vegetables, making each bite a savory experience. Plus, with just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can set it and forget it, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your meal.

This recipe serves eight, making it ideal for gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. With only 158 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a hearty and satisfying dish. Whether served alongside a main course or as part of a festive holiday spread, these Slow-Cooker Balsamic Root Veggies are sure to become a favorite in your household. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to delight your taste buds with this easy and flavorful recipe!

Ingredients

  • lb parsnips peeled cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 16 oz baby carrots 
  • medium onion white cut into wedges
  • lb sweet potatoes and into peeled cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 0.5 lb potatoes - remove skin red cut into quarters
  • tablespoons savory vegetable 
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • serving parsley fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, place parsnips and carrots. Top with onions, sweet potatoes and red potatoes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix oil, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper with whisk.
  3. Pour mixture evenly over vegetables.
  4. Cover; cook on High heat setting 4 hours or until vegetables are tender.
  5. Transfer vegetable mixture to serving dish; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories158kcal
Protein7.36%
Fat2.07%
Carbs90.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.53
Glycemic Load
11.78
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.053912981697%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.09mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
6.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:157.52kcal
7.88%
Fat:0.38g
0.58%
Saturated Fat:0.08g
0.51%
Carbohydrates:37.06g
12.35%
Net Carbohydrates:29.71g
10.8%
Sugar:12.08g
13.42%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:381.9mg
16.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.01g
6.02%
Vitamin A:16189.61IU
323.79%
Manganese:0.66mg
33.16%
Fiber:7.35g
29.39%
Vitamin K:28.44µg
27.09%
Vitamin C:18.2mg
22.06%
Potassium:729.31mg
20.84%
Folate:72.3µg
18.08%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
15.85%
Copper:0.27mg
13.44%
Magnesium:47.61mg
11.9%
Vitamin B5:1.15mg
11.49%
Phosphorus:112.67mg
11.27%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.35%
Iron:1.59mg
8.82%
Vitamin B3:1.47mg
7.33%
Calcium:68.77mg
6.88%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.7%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.23%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.22%
Selenium:2.2µg
3.14%